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Bam Adebayo has struck Tyler Herro during a Las Vegas summer league workout as the two former Heat teammates still navigate a fracturing relationship. Herro has moved to Milwaukee in a Giannis blockbuster, while Miami adapts a new offensive approach. The Heat have declined further comment; ESPN first reported the incident.
Don Nelson, a Hall of Fame basketball coach and longtime Mavericks figure, has died at 86. Family statements describe him as beloved husband, father and grandfather. Nelson leaves a legacy as a pioneering coach who popularized fast-paced play and Nellie Ball, influencing teams and players across the league.
Don Nelson, a Hall of Fame coach who revolutionized NBA offense with a fast, versatile game, has died at 86. He led Milwaukee, Dallas and Golden State to extensive success, shaped star careers like Dirk Nowitzki and Steph Curry, and left a lasting mark on the sport.